Entertainment and Special Events News

Hard Rock International acquires rights to Las Vegas brand
13 May 2020

Hard Rock International and its affiliates will no longer be restricted from developing, managing or operating any Hard Rock-branded casino and integrated resort within Clark County, Nevada.

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MGM Resorts unveils seven-point reopening plan
12 May 2020

The casino giant expects to resume operations at Southern Nevada properties by early June with a number of safety measures in place, including temperature checks, mandatory masks and digital innovations.

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MGM China reports sharp revenue declines
3 May 2020

First quarter numbers for 2020 were significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to a 15-day shutdown of all casinos in February by the Macau Government.

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ROAR Digital partners with Midnight Rose Casino in Colorado for mobile sports betting
2 May 2020

The agreement allows ROAR Digital to offer online sports wagering under the BetMGM brand in Colorado, which launched regulated sports betting on 1 May.

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Nevada casinos will remain closed as state begins gradual reopening plans
1 May 2020

Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak announced on Thursday that casinos will remain closed at the start of Phase I of his newly released roadmap to recovery, along with bars, strip clubs, malls, and large sporting events and concerts.

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Massachusetts casinos will remain closed until 18 May
1 May 2020

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission voted unanimously today to extend the temporary closures of Encore Boston Harbor, MGM Springfield and Plainridge Park Casino.

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BetMGM sports betting goes live in Colorado
1 May 2020

The joint venture between MGM Resorts International and GVC Holdings announced today that they have entered an exclusive primary skin agreement with Midnight Rose Hotel & Casino.

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GGPoker’s WSOP Super Circuit Online Series
27 Apr 2020

The series, running from 3 May to 31 May, will comprise 595 events, with over $100,000,000 in guaranteed prize money to be won. This is the first online tournament series to break the nine-figure barrier.

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2020 World Series of Poker postponed until the fall
20 Apr 2020

The 51st running of WSOP was set to begin 26 May in Las Vegas, but is now being targeted for the fall due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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MGM Resorts provides resources and support to community partners
9 Apr 2020

By leveraging its supply chain, procurement capabilities, distribution systems, supplier network and other resources, MGM is delivering on a daily basis, urgent logistical support to help manage supply shortages of critical items.

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MGM Resorts partners donate to Employee Emergency Grant Fund
8 Apr 2020

The company recognized the support of its resident entertainment partners who donated to the company's Employee Emergency Grant Fund in support of those impacted economically by the coronavirus pandemic.

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MGM Resorts issues statement on departure of president
1 Apr 2020

Former Governor and MGM Resorts President of Global Gaming Development Brian Sandoval will be leaving the company to pursue the position of President of the University of Nevada, Reno.

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WSOP's Spring Online Championship
1 Apr 2020

Running until 3 May, the Spring Online Championships features over $4 million in guarantees and includes over 100 events, plus daily tournaments and a 12-event warmup series.

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MGM Resorts addresses COVID-19 financial impact
27 Mar 2020

The company is providing updates on its results for the first two months of the year, the impact of COVID-19 on its operations and an overview of the steps it is taking to help minimize the financial impact.

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Breaking down the COVID-19 impact on live poker
27 Mar 2020

Casinos and poker rooms are shutting down due to the coronavirus pandemic, but when the doors re-open will poker players flock back, or will there be trepidation?

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